Hempstead to Virginia Beach: Road Trip Guide & Distance

How far is Hempstead from Virginia Beach?

The distance from Hempstead to Virginia Beach is 295 miles (474.7 km) as the crow flies. Virginia Beach is located SSW of Hempstead. By car, the driving distance is approximately 379.3 miles, taking about 8h 27min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 6min. Both are located in United States — Hempstead in New York and Virginia Beach in Virginia.

This is a solid day of driving. Be sure to take breaks every 2-3 hours to avoid driver fatigue, and plan your meals ahead of time. Since you'll be heading mostly West, pack a good pair of sunglasses if you plan to drive during the late afternoon to avoid the harsh sun glare.

Coordinates come from public place data for Hempstead and Virginia Beach. The driving distance uses an OSRM road-route result when route data is available. Fuel, flight, bus, and train values are planning estimates and can change by date, provider, road closures, and border rules.